Big Ten college basketball play continues tonight with a compelling matchup as the UCLA Bruins head to East Lansing to face the Michigan State Spartans at the Breslin Center.

With March quickly approaching, both programs are fighting for conference positioning and NCAA Tournament momentum, making this one of the most intriguing games on tonight’s college basketball schedule.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch UCLA vs. Michigan State, plus key storylines heading into tipoff.

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How to Watch UCLA vs #15 Michigan State

• Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
  
• Tipoff: 8:30 p.m. ET
  
• Location: Breslin Center (East Lansing, Michigan)
  
• Streaming: Peacock exclusive (watch live)

UCLA enters the matchup looking to bounce back after a tough stretch in Big Ten play, while Michigan State aims to continue building momentum on its home floor. The Spartans have been strong at the Breslin Center this season and currently sit near the top tier of the conference standings, making this a key opportunity for both programs as the regular season heads toward March.

The Bruins bring a roster filled with experienced talent, including guards Donovan Dent and Skyy Clark, along with forward Eric Dailey Jr., who have helped anchor UCLA’s offense this season. On the other side, Michigan State continues to rely on disciplined defense and efficient guard play, a hallmark of Tom Izzo-coached teams, as the Spartans try to strengthen their NCAA Tournament resume.

With conference standings tightening and tournament seeding becoming clearer each week, every result now carries extra weight. A road win would give UCLA a major boost heading into the final stretch of the season, while Michigan State can make a statement by defending home court against a nationally recognized program.

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